Australia’s Property Rules Just Changed — What Investors Need to Do Now

Australia’s Property Rules Just Changed — What Investors Need to Do Now

Book a free consultation with our team below. We’ll learn about your goals, answer your questions, and point you in the right direction. 👉 https://freshstartadvisory.com.au/book-a-consultation/?utm_source=google.com&utm_medium=organic Australia’s property investing rules have changed, and investors need to understand what it means for their next move. In this episode, Frank and Anu break down the 10 August SMSF deadline, changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, the impact on borrowing capacity, and how lenders are already responding. They also look at what is happening across the Australian property market, including falling premium markets, stronger affordable areas, rising rents and record-low vacancy rates. The key message is simple: the rules may have changed, but investors still have options. The important part is knowing how to adjust your strategy. This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Seek independent professional advice before making investment decisions.

Negative Gearing Is Changing — Here’s How Investors Can Protect Their Cashflow

Negative gearing is changing, and property investors may need to rethink how they protect their cashflow. In this episode, Frank is joined by Doug and Simon from Superior Granny Flats to unpack how granny flats and second dwellings can help investors increase rental income, improve yield, and make better use of the land they already own. They cover the difference between old-school granny flats and modern second dwellings, what investors need to know about permits and planning, how long builds can take, what makes a suitable property, and why this strategy could become more important as holding costs and tax rules change. They also discuss real case studies, common mistakes, modular homes, tenant setup, property management, and how dual dwelling properties could help investors build safer, stronger portfolios. Learn more about Superior Granny Flats: https://superiorgrannyflats.com.au/ This episode is general information only and does not constitute financial, tax, legal or investment advice.

Why Some Property Markets Are Falling 31% While Others Keep Booming

Australia’s property market is splitting. In this episode, Frank and Adrian break down why some areas are falling by up to 31%, while other markets are still moving strongly. They discuss interest rates, rental supply, borrowing capacity changes, CGT and negative gearing, regional migration, and why affordable property markets may continue to attract investor demand. General information only. Consider your own financial situation before making investment decisions.

Property Investors Could Lose $200K Borrowing Power — Here’s the 2026 Strategy

Could property investors lose $200K in borrowing power because of the 2026 Budget changes?In this episode, we break down what the new property investing rules could mean for Australian investors, especially ambitious professionals who are trying to build wealth, grow a property portfolio and keep moving forward despite changing tax rules, borrowing capacity limits and cash flow pressure.We discuss how changes around negative gearing, borrowing capacity, company structures, trusts, land tax, rental yields and rentvesting could affect your next investment property decision.If you are a high-income professional, business owner, first-time property investor or someone trying to scale from one property to two, three or more, this episode will help you understand what may need to change in your 2026 property strategy.In this episode, we cover:How the 2026 Budget changes could reduce borrowing capacityWhy negative gearing changes may impact your ability to keep investingWhy cash flow and rental yield matter more than everHow investors may need to think differently about houses, units and granny flatsWhy the right ownership structure could protect your long-term strategyHow land tax can impact trusts, companies and personal ownershipWhy rental demand and vacancy rates are critical when choosing a marketHow rentvesting could help some families build wealth fasterWhy saving alone may not be enough to get ahead financiallyThe rules may be changing, but that does not mean property investing is over. It means investors need to adapt.Watch the full episode to learn the 2026 strategy for Australian property investors who still want to build long-term wealth.Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisers, and nothing in this video takes into account your personal circumstances. Always do your own research and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decisions.

I Earn $200K+ But Still Can’t Get Ahead

Earning $200K+ should feel like you’re winning financially — but for many high-income Australians, it still feels hard to get ahead. In this episode, Frank and Anu unpack why a strong income alone doesn’t automatically create wealth, especially with rising living costs, bigger mortgages, lifestyle creep and a changing property market. They discuss why ambitious professionals can still feel stuck despite earning well, the money decisions that quietly hold people back, and how to think differently about building wealth in 2026. This episode is for high-income earners, professionals and families who want their income to work harder — and want a clearer strategy for getting ahead. General information only. Speak with a qualified professional before making financial or investment decisions.